With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Bender joins Securities America with a deep understanding of strategic leadership and recruiting strategies that align with the independent broker-dealer’s long-term growth plans. He has a proven track record of recruiting and retaining diverse groups of advisors from small to large branches including entire broker-dealers.

“When you pair the culture of Securities America with the practice management, technology and advisor support, it demonstrates incredible recruiting opportunities now and in the long-term.” Bender said. “The additional benefits from the relationship with Ladenburg Thalmann augment the offerings to advisors.”

Prior to joining Securities America, Bender held executive positions at Woodbury Financial and Royal Alliance. He holds the Series 7, Series 24 and Series 63 licenses.

“We are very excited to welcome Gary to an already deep and talented recruiting team. We continue to manage a robust pipeline of advisors, branches, and producer groups looking for a partner to help them grow their business and become more efficient and profitable,” said Gregg Johnson, senior vice president of branch office development and acquisitions at Securities America. “Gary’s vast industry experience and contacts will help us continue our strong growth.”

About Securities America

Securities America is one of the nation’s largest independent broker-dealers with more than 1,800 independent advisors and $50 billion in client assets.